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On paper today, the main stage line-up isn\u2019t too impressive and for the most part, we knew we\u2019d be going back and forth between the NME\/Radio 1 stage and The Pit tent. However, the prospect of seeing skate punk favourites Gnarwolves<\/strong> wasn\u2019t something we were going to miss. Admittedly the mass size of the main stage overwhelms both the band and crowd, and although the trio blasted their way through old and new cuts, the lack of intimacy effected the band\u2019s set. Added to that, the band\u2019s early set led to a somewhat smaller crowd than anticipated. Nevertheless for a grass roots UK band like Gnarwolves<\/strong> to make it to the main stage in such a short space of time has to be applauded. (2.5\/5) (SR)<\/p>\n To those in the know,\u00a0Lonely The Brave<\/strong> are the next breakout rock act in waiting; largely due to the genuinely awe inspiring vocal talents of singer David Jakes. Finally within a few days of the release of their debut long player, \u2018The Day\u2019s War\u2019<\/em>, the five-piece drew a respectable, if not massive, crowd for so early on the event\u2019s final day. The band have a unique stage presence with guitarist Mark Trotter forming their live focal point while vocalist Jakes prefers to share the limelight equally with his band mates by being positioned off to one side. Live Jakes\u2019 voice is something that really must be heard to be believed, comparisons to being a younger, more raw Eddie Vedder are definitely Valid. Add into that, the sheer scale and expansiveness of Lonely The Brave<\/strong>\u2019s sound and how effectively melodic they are and you have the makings of a very special arena rock act in the future. (4\/5) (DW)<\/p>\n After a slight break and a run of interviews, we were back out in the field and over in the The Pit tent for the first time to witness Basement<\/strong>’s Leeds Festival debut. Over the course of 10 songs, the Ipswich marked their return from hiatus with pure accuracy. Opening with ‘Whole’<\/em>, vocalist Andrew Fisher leads the excited crowd in a mass singalong. With a set that picked out fan favourites from both of their full-lengths, Basement<\/strong> showcased why they have such a strong cult-like following. A memorable festival debut, and we\u2019ll be sure to catch the five piece on their October run of shows. (4.5\/5) (SR)<\/p>\n This weekend\u2019s R&L shows will likely be the last hurrah for Don Broco<\/strong> and their \u2018Priorities\u2019<\/em> touring cycle, with the boys from Bedford imminently set to hit the studio to record their sophomore full length. The pure charisma and entertaining nature of their live show, which has seen DB<\/strong> make a meteoric rise from perennial tour support to out and out headliners in their own right, shines throughout Broco\u2019s fairly short outing. However, there are moments where the levels of energy and enthusiasm from band and crowd seem to lull and make things feel just that little off compared to the band\u2019s usually high, high standards. \u2018Thug Workout\u2019<\/em>, \u2018Priorites\u2019<\/em> and \u2018Actors\u2019<\/em> all trigger waves of short but intense mayhem and a cracking airing of newest single \u2018You Wanna Know\u2019<\/em> at least makes sure proceedings end with a bang. (3\/5) (DW)<\/p>\n Back in The Pit tent, Marmozets<\/strong> were playing for the second time today. Having appeared on the NME\/BBC Radio 1 stage earlier in the day, this second set allowed the Yorkshire band to preview their forthcoming debut full-length in a more detailed light. Whilst their appearance at the Slam Dunk Festival this past May was one of the most explosive of the summer, today the quartet demonstrate their more heavier side. Alongside the band\u2019s twisted time signatures, front woman Becca Macintyre steps up with confidence in both presence and in her vocals. Even though it wasn\u2019t the band at their best, they still made us hungry for that all important debut. (3\/5) (SR)<\/p>\n After being quiet for the most part of 2014, today marks a sort of homecoming for While She Sleeps<\/strong>. With crowds gathering from outside the boundaries of The Pit tent, the Sheffield group are given an overwhelming response. Musically WSS<\/strong> are raucous and sharp whilst vocalist Loz Taylor has seemingly overcome recent throat issues, and produces a display that is on par with his bandmates. (3\/5) (SR)<\/p>\n After releasing their debut full-length, US metalcore titans Issues<\/strong> make their Leeds Festival debut to an overwhelming response. Clean vocalist Tyler Carter is as pitch perfect as he is on record whilst Michael Bohn compliments Carter with energetic and abrasive vocals.<\/p>\n Whereas the band\u2019s self-titled record often came across as the Tyler Carter show, tonight the Georgia group show they\u2019re are a tight, cohesive unit that have riffs and hooks to verify their relatively high billing. With breakdowns, catchy choruses and the occasional hip hop beat provided by Ty \u201cDJ Scout\u201d Acord, Issues<\/strong> show they are the whole package. (4.5\/5) (SR)<\/p>\n Even though its clear the Yanks can pull off a high standard of metalcore, Architects<\/strong> show us Brits are as good, if not better. Tonight the Brighton quartet are on fire. Sam Carter\u2019s vocals are powerful and domineering throughout, whilst his band mates produce a thunderous, structured sound. With highlights coming in the form of ‘Naysayer’<\/em>, ‘Alpha Omega’<\/em> and the concluding ‘These Colours Don’t Run’<\/em>, tonight feels like an achievement for Architects<\/strong>. They\u2019re a band that has overcome musical and personal struggles, and tonight shows they have come through it all on top. See you in March boys! (4.5\/5) (SR)<\/p>\n Whilst local heroes Arctic Monkeys are giving Leeds Festival a send off on the main stage, we decided to end Leeds 2014 in the company of the California metalcore titans Of Mice and Men<\/strong>. Back in the UK and riding on the success of their third outing, ‘Restoring Force’<\/em>, Austin Carlile and company quickly show why they\u2019re been given the task of headlining. Carlile is a commanding frontman who instantly has the crowd feeding off his every word and movement. Their sound is rapid and fierce yet it unfortunately falls into the trap of sounding like a number of other bands within the genre. Despite their bold sound, you can\u2019t help feel slightly disappointed by the choice of headliner. (2.5\/5) (SR)<\/p>\n Overall Leeds Festival<\/strong> was, for the most part, a resounding success. The established acts of years gone by showed they are still capable of bringing it when they need to, and a load of emerging bands backed up any hype or talk they had beforehand.<\/p>\n Whilst the ever-increasing variety of genres is slightly unwelcoming, it is something that is required for Leeds (and Reading) to have in the current competitive UK and European festival market.<\/p>\n Besides the competition, this year showed Leeds Festival<\/strong> can still succeed and produce a memorable weekend.<\/p>\n 4\/5<\/p>\n View more of Already Heard<\/strong>’s Leeds Festival<\/strong> coverage here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n Words by Sean Reid (@SeanReid86<\/a>) and Dane Wright (@MrDaneWright<\/a>). 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